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Saturday, April 1, 2023

Cruise Early Preparation

As I'm sharing our process of preparing for our first ever cruise, this is where we are this week.
1. We selected the date, cruise line/ship, port of embarkation, and destination. We will be sailing for my birthday and our anniversary. Will be visiting Cozumel.
2. We booked the cruise with our deposit.
3. I ordered our birth certificates. Must have certified official copies.
4. Although not required, I am still going to order passports for us once the birth certificates arrive. They're coming from two different states, so they may arrive at different times. Ordering the passports as soon as possible because the process is slow and I want them to arrive way ahead of sail time.
5. Of course I've begun shopping (smile). I'm a visual person, so I'm writing a list of the things I know I want/must bring. I can't rely on my memory. I also want everything to go smoothly and not be rushed. I like to have things together in advance. Items and clothing have begun arriving. I've also been getting small things from the store with normal shopping.
6. Continuing to engage in online cruising groups, reading blogs, and watching videos. This helps a lot.
Feel free to connect with me and/or ask any questions, particularly if you're a first time cruiser. I want to be for others what I need for myself. I enjoy being helpful.
See you soon!

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